May weather forecastGuamal, Colombia

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Guamal, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 33.2°C (91.8°F).

Temperature

Guamal marks the onset of May with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.2°C (91.8°F), a subtle shift from April's 34.9°C (94.8°F). An average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) is observed in Guamal, Colombia, during the May nights.

Heat index

The heat index in May is appraised at a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 27.4 days. Throughout May, 179mm (7.05") of precipitation is accumulated. In Guamal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 269.3 days and collects up to 1479mm (58.23") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:13 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.